About Post Processors

BobCAD-CAM provides free standard Post Processors to all of our customers. If you don’t see what you need, just give us a call. We can create Modified or Customized Post Processors. A Post Processor is a unique “driver” specific to the CNC controller it’s intended to work with. The Post Processor controls the format of the G-code produced by BobCAD-CAM. For BobCAD-CAM to effectively run your CNC machine, choose the proper post. Use the menu below to choose the post for the version of BobCAD-CAM software you have, and the machine controller you want to post to. BobCAD-CAM provides free Post Processors to all of it’s customers. There is no limit to the number of posts you may download and use with your BobCAD-CAM software. We have many post configurations ready for download.

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Supported Canned Cycles *

Mill

Drill

Peck Drill

Chip Break

Tap or Rigid Tap – Left & Right Hand

Bore I

Bore II

Bore III

Lathe

Drill

Rough Turn

Finish Turn

Thread

Bar Feed

Grooving

Cut-Off

*Canned cycles are provided when possible. These will be incorporated into standard Post Processor, the canned cycles must be supported by the software interface and posting engine. In the event that the canned cycles desired are not possible within the standard interface and posting engine a custom scripted post may be written, see our information on custom scripted Post Processors. Standard post requests are handled in the order received, wait times vary but are usually under two weeks. If you prefer to set up your own Post Processor instructions can be found from the links below.

Custom Scripted Post Processors

For most machines and end users the functionality built into the BobCAD-CAM post engine is sufficient however, some users may want added custom functionality such as conditional outputs based on selection or have machines that differ from the standard output requirements. BobCAD-CAM offers custom scripting services that will enhance the software’s ability to meet your needs, please inquire for our custom scripting pricing. The BobCAD-CAM Software has the ability to offer custom functionality within its features; our Post department can create Custom interface selections for almost any needed functionality within the posting engine. Below is a list of common requests that can be handled through our custom scripting services.